Managing Veterinarian

Jefferson Animal Hospital

Baton Rouge (LA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Great Compensation
Growth Potential
Comprehensive Benefits
Collaborative Team Environment
Modern Equipment
Four Day Work Week

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates is seeking a Managing Veterinarian to join Jefferson Animal Hospital located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This role involves leadership within a committed practice that values treating pets like family while ensuring exceptional care and strong client relationships.

The successful candidate will guide a talented medical team, shape a positive hospital culture, and ensure that care standards reflect client trust. The practice offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

  • Experience as a veterinarian in a leadership role.
  • Passion for veterinary medicine and client relationships.
  • Ability to guide and support a medical team.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a talented medical team in delivering exceptional patient care.
  • Shape a positive culture in the hospital.
  • Ensure compliance with care standards.

Job description

Are you an experienced veterinarian looking to become a leader in a thriving, established practice? If you’re passionate about veterinary medicine, leadership and want to shape the future of an innovative practice, we want to meet you!

Jefferson Animal Hospital, located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is looking for a Managing Veterinarian to join the team! At Jefferson Animal Hospital, our motto “Where pets are treated like family” isn’t just a slogan– it’s the heart of everything we do. For 46 years, Jefferson Animal Hospital has been committed to exceptional patient care and strong client relationships. We are looking for an experienced veterinarian who shares these values!

As our Managing Veterinarian, you’ll step into a leadership role where your voice is valued and your impact is meaningful. You’ll have the opportunity to build upon the legacy of the practice while putting your own mark on the hospital. You’ll guide a talented medical team, help continue to shape a positive hospital culture, and ensure our standards of care reflect the trust our clients place in us.

This is more than just a leadership position– it’s a chance to be a part of a hospital that truly cares. At Jefferson Animal Hospital, we know that treating pets like family starts with supporting each other like family too.

What We Offer:
  • Great Compensation - Competitive salary with options for production and management pay.
  • Growth Potential - This is an opportunity to grow into a leadership role with the potential for partnership and performance bonuses.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Full benefit options to support your health and well‑being.
  • Work with a Passionate Team - Join a collaborative group of skilled veterinarians and staff in a practice focused on preventative care and general practice.
  • Modern equipment for high quality care
  • A four day work week with rotating Saturdays

National Veterinary Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.

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